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NextAuth.js
Authentication for Next.js.
About NextAuth.js
NextAuth.js is a complete open source authentication solution for Next.js applications. It is designed from the ground up to support Next.js and Serverless.
Key Features
OAuth
Email/Passwordless
Own your data
Perfect For
Next.js applications
Self-hosted solutions
Custom auth flows
Privacy-first apps
Getting Started
- 1
Install next-auth
- 2
Create [...nextauth].ts API route
- 3
Configure providers (OAuth, Email, etc.)
- 4
Add SessionProvider to _app.tsx
What Makes NextAuth.js Different?
Native Next.js integration
Own your data (no external service)
Free and open source
Supports all major OAuth providers
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Open Source
- Own your data
- Deep Next.js integration
Cons
- Maintenance burden
- Database adapter complexity
- Less 'batteries included'
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Authentication, simple and clean.